Attractions Manager

Reference: 10835 MLR
Consultant: Michelle le Roux

Job Description:

• Oversee daily operations within the Visitor Attraction
• Duty management, troubleshooting, and problem-solving
• Ensure every visitor enjoys a high-quality, educational, and immersive experience
• Direct responsibility for the efficient operation of the museum exhibits
• Support the development, interpretation, and implementation of new exhibits and historical content, especially those related to South African and Anglo-Boer War history
• Engage visitors through storytelling, guided interpretation, and participatory experiences
• Plan and execute an extensive programme of workshops, tours, and events within the VA
• Train, mentor, and support the Welcome and Host team to deliver engaging and historically accurate visitor interactions
• Collaborate with the marketing team to develop content that highlights the site’s cultural and historical significance

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in General Arts
• Proven track record in museum, heritage, or visitor attraction management
• Ability to manage a small team successfully
• Academic or professional background in history, museum studies, or heritage interpretation
• Strong knowledge of South African and Anglo-Boer War history, and an ability to communicate these narratives to diverse audiences
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and willingness to learn new software
• Creativity and imagination in designing educational or workshop experiences for diverse audiences.
• First-hand experience of managing a high-quality visitor attraction
• Demonstrated experience managing and motivating a team
• Full, clean driving licence
• Fluency in written and spoken English and Afrikaans
• Flexibility and enthusiasm for working in a dynamic environment

How to Apply:

• Email your comprehensive CV to exceedhr@exceed.co.za.
• If you are already registered, please forward your CV and the relevant reference number to the consultant with whom you are currently registered in order to avoid duplicity on our system.
• We reserve the right to only conduct interviews with candidates of choice.
• Applicants who have not received feedback within 30 days from the closing date must please accept their application as unsuccessful.

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